Reading Slumps: Tips and Advice

We’ve all been there. The ever-growing TBR list, and you don’t feel like reading. Slumps are the worst! Today I am going to share what I do during slumps, what helps me get out of slumps, and some ideas for fun, fast-paced, short books that may help you get out of your reading slump.

Part I: Feeling A Reading Slump Coming On

Sometimes I can crush a slump before it comes in to full swing. Maybe I’ve neglected my current read for a few days, and I am feeling somewhat unmotivated. At this point, I’ll try to read extra and get myself immersed in the story I’m reading. Usually if I can really get interested in my current read, I’ve been able to stop the oncoming slump.

Part II: The Slump Has Come. What Do I Do? (My #1 tip)

You just can’t seem to pick up a book and read. My #1 tip for reading slumps? DON’T READ. Don’t force yourself to sludge through a book when you don’t feel like it.

Why? Because usually you’ll end up not liking a book because you forced yourself to read it. Maybe, if you read it when you felt like it, you would’ve loved the book.

Part III: Tip #2 and Book Recommendations

If you’re the person that insists on forcing yourself to read during a slump, then I’ve decided to leave links to some fast paced, light, and fun books. Hopefully you can buy one of these, and get yourself out of the slump!

The first book I recommend is The Selection by Kiera Cass. This book is the first in a very fun, fast paced trilogy. It is not a very long book, and the story moves along very quickly. I highly recommend it for a good read during a slump.